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What is an uninhabitable property? In stamp duty, there is an important difference between a dilapidated house in need of renovation and a truly uninhabitable dwelling,…

“Generous tax reliefs are available for expenditure relating to research and development (“R&D”). An additional deduction from profits is available over and above the amount of…

The Labour Government’s ‘grey belt’ redesignation of some parts of the existing green belt land in England raises some interesting tax planning questions around the taxation…

This blog has been written for people who need to understand the complexities of inheritance tax advice, and it answers some of the common questions about…

The blog aims to clarify the misconceptions surrounding capital gains tax on whisky investments and their supposed tax-free status, particularly regarding capital gains tax (CGT) exemptions….

In the 2024 Spring Budget announcements we find an example of Cannon’s First Law of Stamp Duty which is that a relief or exemption from tax…

Introduction To Stamp Duty On Granny Annexes  It is important to take stamp duty advice on the purchase of a property with a granny annexe so…

Introduction To Stamp Duty And Interest Charges I am often asked by clients who have to pay overdue stamp duty whether they can negotiate with HMRC…

Introduction  Inheritance tax is charged at 40% on the assets of a person who has died (as well as at 20% on certain transfers during their…